Chile has many beaches for surfing, especially in the northern region where the weather conditions attract many surfers from all over the world.[1] Except for the winter months (July and August) surfing is possible all year. The water temperature ranges from 15 to 20 °C (59 to 68 °F). Although the waves in central Chile are bigger, the waves in the north are stronger and are usually better suited for surfing.[2] The cold waters of central and southern Chile can be brutal to surf, therefore, surfers adventuring into those areas are strongly advised on using a protective wetsuit to protect against the elements.[3][4]
Some of the most popular surfing spots in Chile are: